2006 BMW 323 vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 323 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 323. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 323 | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 323 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4604 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
